Accra: Mrs Yvonne Nana Afriyiye Opare, Managing Director of Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL), has called for the expansion of domestic and intra-regional air routes to position Ghana as a leading aviation hub. She emphasized that improved domestic connectivity is essential to strengthening the country's overall aviation framework.
According to Ghana News Agency, Mrs Opare made the call at the fifth AviationGhana Breakfast Meeting in Accra, held on the theme: 'Advancing Ghana's Aviation Sector: Policy, Connectivity, and Sustainable Growth.' She noted that while international connectivity remains important, equal attention must be given to building stronger links among Ghana's regional airports.
Mrs Opare highlighted the necessity of opening up connectivity through both international connections and domestic intra-regional flights, such as Kumasi-Tamale and Tamale-Ho. She stated that increased domestic flight options would enhance passenger convenience, stimulate regional economic activity, and improve airport utilization across the country.
She further explained that efficient domestic networks are a foundational component of successful hub models globally, enabling smoother passenger transfers and supporting broader connectivity strategies. The expansion of intra-domestic routes would not only improve mobility within Ghana but also reinforce Accra's role as a central node linking regional cities to international destinations.
The meeting brought together key industry stakeholders to deliberate on policy direction, infrastructure development, and improved air connectivity. The fifth AviationGhana Breakfast Meeting, organized by AviationGhana.com, is an annual event that convenes policymakers and operators from the aviation and travel sectors to discuss key industry issues and explore solutions to prevailing challenges.